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Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nags Head, NC
  • Place, Outer Banks Fishing Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennette's Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bodie Island Lighthouse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Kid's Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach

Seahorse Cottage is a semi-oceanfront, older, classic beach cottage located in South Nags Head less than 50 yards over the dune line. Enjoy a 2-minute walk to the beach and ocean views from the front porch, dining room and living areas. THIS LISTING IS FOR THE UPSTAIRS ONLY - Three Bedrooms and 1.5 baths. There a separate detached one-bedroom unit with full kitchen downstairs available on its own or with the upstairs as one house. The full house is available with a link to that listing. https://www.vrbo.com/9360979ha?_ga=2.45235876.1495161629.1644692002-1728213974.1617496795&preferlocale=true&uni_id=8431996&vgdc=HAUS

The space
THIS LISTING IS FOR THE UPSTAIRS ONLY. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE LISTING BEFORE BOOKING.

This is a classic (older) but updated Old Nags Head beach cottage with two separate units - upstairs three bedrooms, 1.5 baths and downstairs one bedroom, one bath - both with full kitchens and living areas.

Guest access
You will have access to the common areas outside, (shared) laundry downstairs, (shared) hose and outdoor rinsing shower for sand removal, and the entire upstairs living quarters.

Other things to note - PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING.
Parking is in the driveway only. On-street parking is not allowed. The driveway may be shared with guests in the unit downstairs. 2 CARS MAXIMUM for this listing.- 2 regular sized vehicles. If you have an oversize/very large truck or large SUVs (Suburbans, etc) there may only be room for 1 vehicle. If you have questions or doubts, please reach out to us in advance. The downstairs unit shares a driveway with a 1 car maximum.

PLEASE READ! We ask that you and your guests/family be courteous and mindful of the other guests staying below with regards to noise, parking etiquette, and the shared laundry and outdoor shower areas.

Guests are generally responsible for their own charcoal and staples, however, they may be in the house and you are welcome to use what you find there - we try to keep things stocked with basics for cooking and cleaning to make the unit as comfortable as possible for guests but we don't guarantee any particular item. With regards to paper products - we ONLY supply the first roll of toilet paper and paper towels complimentary. Guests are responsible for paper needs above and beyond that.

This is a vacation rental and a duplex - not a hotel. We know you are on vacation but do ask our guests to be willing to cooperate with each other (AND US) and assist with things that go along with a house rental and situation with some shared areas - this includes parking, use of beach gear and the laundry room, trash rollout, etc. If necessary, this also includes assisting us with letting service providers in and communicating with them if necessary to fix or troubleshoot an internet or other rare issue. By booking, we assume you have read, understand and are okay with this. We are friendly and laid back but conscientious people and find that our listing is best suited for the same type of guests.

Guests must roll out the trash carts in and out for trash pickup as designated by the signs in the unit. (We will send reminders as well). Thank you for your assistance in advance!

We do have a camera on the house that is motion activated and has a spotlight to monitor parking. The only area that can be seen with the camera is the parking area.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not a child proof house
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Events

No events allowed
IMMEDIATE EVICTION
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
OUTSIDE ONLY
PARKING: MAXIMUM 2 REGULAR SIZE CARS/SUVS. Parking is shared with the downstairs rental. Please be mindful of other guests. No parking on access road.
NOISE: There are likely to be guests in residence downstairs and our neighbors. Please be mindful of excess noise especially from 9am-9pm.
TRASH: Trash and recycling cans must be rolled out to the MAIN ROAD every Sunday night and Wednesday night. Please roll them back in the morning.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: IMMEDIATE EVICTION
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nags Head

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Nags Head, a neighbourhood in Nags Head. Bodie Island Lighthouse and Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jennette's Pier and Outer Banks Fishing Pier. Mutiny Bay Adventure Golf and Full Throttle Speedway are also worth visiting. With kayaking, parasailing and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Nags Head, NC

What's nearby

  • Outer Banks Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jennette's Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Outlets Nags Head - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Nags Head Golf Links - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Heads Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sam & Omie's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Semi-Oceanfront 🏄‍♀️Oceanviews🌊 on a Private Access Road⛱ 50 feet to the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Nags Head holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Outer Banks Fishing Pier, Jennette's Pier and Whalebone Junction. Whalebone Junction Information Center and Outlets Nags Head are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & Relaxing

Great place to stay. Super close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house and location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed for a great beach vacation. It was only steps from the beach.
Sunrise
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OBX family Vacation

We had an amazing vacation to celebrate a sweet 16. The house was very clean and the location was amazing! We will be sure to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach vacation

Great location. The property could use updating but that doesn’t matter when you are steps from the beach! Overall we had everything we needed and have no complaints. Communication with the host was quick and they were very responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seahorse

We loved the seahorse cottage, all the amenities, and the short walk to the ocean. The kids especially had fun with all the toys, games and DVDs. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee E. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as described.

Excellent accommodations for a vacation close to the beach. Really enjoyed our stay! A great house for comfort.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick trip

Just a quick stay for a fishing trip. Excellent proximity to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were very helpful, check in was a breeze. We enjoyed our stay very much. Beach was just steps away. Good Birding for Dad on the beach. Bodie lighthouse and Wright Memorial close by. Great location. Would stay here again. Arcade game was lots of fun. Cottage was stocked good with games and great books for a rainy day. Wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OBX Nags Head

Great location with easy beach access. Property could use some updates but location makes up for that.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We love the Seahorse Cottage. They have everything you need and the location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome pla e to stay

nice place. a little smaller but 6 of us fit perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property!

We had a great stay! The property was just as pictured. Very clean and comfortable and such a short walk to the beach. We will definitely stay again and recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Our family had a great time while staying at this house! Everything from check in was seamless. Our family had everything we needed for a great vacation we will definitely be using this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great location and clean. My family enjoyed the time spent there and will definitely look for availability for future trips. Greg and Annette were excellent at keeping us informed about the property and this made everything easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean, and adorable!

The perfect home to rent for 4-6 people, and the location is a rocks throw from the ocean. All the amenities for a wonderful vacation. Very charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for.

We wanted something close to the beach and we could walk out the door and be on sand in less than a minute. We could spend the day hanging out on the beach and then walk to the pier and restaurant without having to get in a car. It was very private and had all of the essentials. Plenty of stuff to use in the house. Cool record collection, and the arcade game was cool too. As someone who doesn't require a ton of state of the art stuff, I appreciated the feel of an older cottage at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and great price

We can for the beach and we were not disappointed. Great location with easy beach access. We loved being able to see the ocean from the living room. Air conditioning was a plus. The house itself was a little old but in good condition and clean. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This beach cottage was perfect! It is about 2 minutes from the beach and centrally located near stores, restaurants, and piers. It is equipped with everything you need. Bonus feature: an arcade game with all the old games. I would definitely rebook here. Communication with the host was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved everything about it

😍😍😍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved sitting on the deck and listening to the waves. The beach is right over the dune. The many games were a big hit with my 12 and 13 yr old grandchildren. The beach chairs and other accessories were a definite plus. I absolutely loved staying here. It was exactly what we were hoping for. Annette and Greg were quit to reply with any needs. Cant wait to come again. I would absolutely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne c., Bradenton, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Nags Head stay

Home is as described. Older but what we expected. Nice sized living space for 6 adults. 1.5 baths BUT the outdoor shower with warm water meant never fighting over shower time! We loved that. Very close to the water, an easy walk. When we needed the owners/managers, they were very responsive, with hours. The little boys who visited us were thrilled with the working arcade game!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall it met all my expectations. Easy to access, convenient to all locations we needed access to. Parking was a little smaller than we had thought but we made it work. I can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sireesha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

Great location and responsive host who is just a call away..could use some upgrades to the property..the kitchen is nicely equipped and lot of beach gear in the laundry area.. overall we had a great stay..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

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